Bereavement Counselling in Swaffham

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Suzanne Laura Pearson
Counsellor, MBACP
Swaffham PE37
My experience includes working as a Cruse Bereavement volunteer, and counselling and supporting Family Action clients.
Life can sometimes be challenging and at times we all need support with our emotional well-being, and therapy can help you feel less anxious and more in control. I bring warmth and empathy along with a sense of humour providing a non-judgemental and confidential environment to be there for you.
My experience includes working as a Cruse Bereavement volunteer, and counselling and supporting Family Action clients.
Life can sometimes be challenging and at times we all need support with our emotional well-being, and therapy can help you feel less anxious and more in control. I bring warmth and empathy along with a sense of humour providing a non-judgemental and confidential environment to be there for you.
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NOW Therapy | Angela DePastino
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Swaffham PE37
NOW Therapy is a contemporary & dynamic therapeutic service which sees you as an equal - a HUMAN being who's figuring life out in a messy, complicated world - not as someone who's broken and needs fixing. Whatever's going on for you, NOW Therapy can work with you. ​There's no time like NOW! Contact via Email or WhatsApp today.
NOW Therapy is a contemporary & dynamic therapeutic service which sees you as an equal - a HUMAN being who's figuring life out in a messy, complicated world - not as someone who's broken and needs fixing. Whatever's going on for you, NOW Therapy can work with you. ​There's no time like NOW! Contact via Email or WhatsApp today.
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Becky List. - Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
Life can feel exhausting when you’ve spent years carrying anxiety, low mood, trauma, or relationship difficulties while trying to hold everything together on the outside. Some people come to therapy knowing exactly what is wrong, while others simply know they do not feel like themselves anymore. I work with adults, children, and young people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, masking, people-pleasing, and relationship difficulties.
Life can feel exhausting when you’ve spent years carrying anxiety, low mood, trauma, or relationship difficulties while trying to hold everything together on the outside. Some people come to therapy knowing exactly what is wrong, while others simply know they do not feel like themselves anymore. I work with adults, children, and young people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, masking, people-pleasing, and relationship difficulties.
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Debi Benson
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
How are you doing today? Sometimes life can be hard and we can struggle with feelings such as anxiety, stress, sadness or being lost. I provide you with a safe space where you can begin to understand yourself and your experiences that have brought you to this point. I can provide you with strategies to implement into your life, we can look at your past, spend time with your inner child or identify stressors and how to remove emotional triggers that make days difficult. I can work with you on your self esteem, help you feel more confident, help you to live the life you deserve, putting down guilt you may have been carrying.
How are you doing today? Sometimes life can be hard and we can struggle with feelings such as anxiety, stress, sadness or being lost. I provide you with a safe space where you can begin to understand yourself and your experiences that have brought you to this point. I can provide you with strategies to implement into your life, we can look at your past, spend time with your inner child or identify stressors and how to remove emotional triggers that make days difficult. I can work with you on your self esteem, help you feel more confident, help you to live the life you deserve, putting down guilt you may have been carrying.
020 4572 6307 View 020 4572 6307
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Stephanie Bryant Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
CBT and EMDR have a good evidence base in helping people with trauma related symptoms/PTSD/traumatic bereavement, or where people need to process painful memories from the past.
I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist, and an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner. If you're struggling with difficulties related to traumas or painful memories from the past, then I can help you to make sense of these and to understand why you're feeling overwhelmed. We can then process the painful memories and emotions to help you to feel calmer and more content. I have a particular interest in helping people with anxiety disorders (like OCD, social anxiety, health anxiety). I will help you to understand what keeps you stuck, and to build the confidence and skills to challenge yourself, and live the kind of life that you want to.
CBT and EMDR have a good evidence base in helping people with trauma related symptoms/PTSD/traumatic bereavement, or where people need to process painful memories from the past.
I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist, and an EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner. If you're struggling with difficulties related to traumas or painful memories from the past, then I can help you to make sense of these and to understand why you're feeling overwhelmed. We can then process the painful memories and emotions to help you to feel calmer and more content. I have a particular interest in helping people with anxiety disorders (like OCD, social anxiety, health anxiety). I will help you to understand what keeps you stuck, and to build the confidence and skills to challenge yourself, and live the kind of life that you want to.
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DKS Wellbeing Services
Counsellor, MHGI
Serves Area
There are a variety of reasons why people come to counselling or psychotherapy. We all throughout our lives face difficult and challenging times and for some having additional support is all that is needed. I offer a safe place for you to unburden those concerns, voice your fears, anger, or frustration, at your own pace in a confidential, non-judgemental, and relaxed environment. My aim is to help you make sense of your feelings and help you move on in your life. The thought of having therapy can feel a bit daunting at first, fear of the unknown, but it is the first step to moving forward on your journey. One step at a time!
There are a variety of reasons why people come to counselling or psychotherapy. We all throughout our lives face difficult and challenging times and for some having additional support is all that is needed. I offer a safe place for you to unburden those concerns, voice your fears, anger, or frustration, at your own pace in a confidential, non-judgemental, and relaxed environment. My aim is to help you make sense of your feelings and help you move on in your life. The thought of having therapy can feel a bit daunting at first, fear of the unknown, but it is the first step to moving forward on your journey. One step at a time!
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Lorraine Diston
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Norwich NR7
My name is Lorraine, I am a post graduate Person-Centred counsellor, play therapist and clinical supervisor with a specialism of working with trauma and PTSD, work or school related issues as well as loss through a relationship break up or bereavement.
The therapeutic space I offer allows children, adolescents, adults and couples the space to express and communicate their feelings in a safe, warm non-judgmental space, helping them alleviate emotional conditions that are causing problems and/or preventing them realising their potential.
My name is Lorraine, I am a post graduate Person-Centred counsellor, play therapist and clinical supervisor with a specialism of working with trauma and PTSD, work or school related issues as well as loss through a relationship break up or bereavement.
The therapeutic space I offer allows children, adolescents, adults and couples the space to express and communicate their feelings in a safe, warm non-judgmental space, helping them alleviate emotional conditions that are causing problems and/or preventing them realising their potential.
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Shirley Songhurst
Counsellor, MBACP
3 Endorsed
Whether as a result of mental health issues, bereavement, work/social/family environment or all of the above?
I am an integrative counsellor and believe in working collaboratively to build an understanding of your difficulties. We can make a plan as to how we can address them together.
Whether as a result of mental health issues, bereavement, work/social/family environment or all of the above?
I am an integrative counsellor and believe in working collaboratively to build an understanding of your difficulties. We can make a plan as to how we can address them together.
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Linda Shedden
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Ely CB6
Panic attacks, self-harming, it might be that life has been just difficult to manage: relationships, childhood trauma, bereavement.
I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and I work as a Humanistic, Person Centred Counsellor. Using an Integrative approach, this means that my practice is influenced by a collection of approaches. Using techniques from CBT, Humanistic,Psychodynamic therapies means that I can tailor your counselling sessions to suit you.
Panic attacks, self-harming, it might be that life has been just difficult to manage: relationships, childhood trauma, bereavement.
I am a qualified and experienced counsellor and I work as a Humanistic, Person Centred Counsellor. Using an Integrative approach, this means that my practice is influenced by a collection of approaches. Using techniques from CBT, Humanistic,Psychodynamic therapies means that I can tailor your counselling sessions to suit you.
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Broadland Counselling Practice
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Norwich NR2
Hi, my name is Julie and I am a person-centred counsellor. I work from both Beccles and Norwich Whether  you are suffering from anxiety, nerves or depression, trauma or abuse, I can help you look at these issues.   You may have an important life decision to make, that you need to find the answers for. I offer a compassionate, confidential and empathic approach whether working with adults, children and all genders and sexualities facilitating you in making positive life changes.  As a person-centred therapist, I work alongside you as my client, going at your pace, whilst gaining an empathic and authentic understanding of your life.
Hi, my name is Julie and I am a person-centred counsellor. I work from both Beccles and Norwich Whether  you are suffering from anxiety, nerves or depression, trauma or abuse, I can help you look at these issues.   You may have an important life decision to make, that you need to find the answers for. I offer a compassionate, confidential and empathic approach whether working with adults, children and all genders and sexualities facilitating you in making positive life changes.  As a person-centred therapist, I work alongside you as my client, going at your pace, whilst gaining an empathic and authentic understanding of your life.
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Laura Middleton
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Norwich NR1
For my clients experiencing grief, I am beside them gently through the pain of their loss.
If you’re considering counselling, finding the right therapist for you can be daunting. I offer a warm, accepting and non-judgemental space for you to be completely yourself. I will support you to work through what you bring to our sessions and to feel truly listened to. If you’ve been feeling stuck in life, suffering from overthinking, low-self esteem, stress, relationship difficulties, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed - I can help you to better understand yourself and move through difficult times.
For my clients experiencing grief, I am beside them gently through the pain of their loss.
If you’re considering counselling, finding the right therapist for you can be daunting. I offer a warm, accepting and non-judgemental space for you to be completely yourself. I will support you to work through what you bring to our sessions and to feel truly listened to. If you’ve been feeling stuck in life, suffering from overthinking, low-self esteem, stress, relationship difficulties, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed - I can help you to better understand yourself and move through difficult times.
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Helen Watkins
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Norwich NR1
I help adults handle trauma, grief and big life changes through weekly/fortnightly sessions or Therapy Intensives
Together, we’ll figure out why you feel the way you do and what you need in order to become clearer, calmer or more confident making choices that are right for you. With curiosity and compassion, we’ll work to understand critical internal voices, connect with parts of you that maybe got a bit lost, and help you find ways to cope with difficult emotions.
I help adults handle trauma, grief and big life changes through weekly/fortnightly sessions or Therapy Intensives
Together, we’ll figure out why you feel the way you do and what you need in order to become clearer, calmer or more confident making choices that are right for you. With curiosity and compassion, we’ll work to understand critical internal voices, connect with parts of you that maybe got a bit lost, and help you find ways to cope with difficult emotions.
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Elaine Simmonds
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Norwich NR10
My experience is varied, I have worked with adults who have experienced trauma, ADHD, Depression, complex bereavement, relationship and family issues, anxiety and loss of confidence.
Sometimes life can feel like more than we can manage. Whether the challenge is with anxiety, depression, relationships, or with past experiences that may continue to affect us today, we can become overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. You don’t have to face it alone, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is gentle and collaborative, we’ll take things one step at a time, working together to make sense of your experiences to help you move towards confidence and self-acceptance. Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step, I am here when you feel ready.
My experience is varied, I have worked with adults who have experienced trauma, ADHD, Depression, complex bereavement, relationship and family issues, anxiety and loss of confidence.
Sometimes life can feel like more than we can manage. Whether the challenge is with anxiety, depression, relationships, or with past experiences that may continue to affect us today, we can become overwhelmed and unsure where to turn. You don’t have to face it alone, I offer a safe and supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is gentle and collaborative, we’ll take things one step at a time, working together to make sense of your experiences to help you move towards confidence and self-acceptance. Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step, I am here when you feel ready.
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Tricia Bernard-Hector
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I work with adults of all ages, addressing issues such as work-related stress, relationship challenges, childhood trauma, anxiety, grief, retirement, and major life transitions.
Welcome, I'm Tricia. I offer Individual and Couples counselling via video or phone for clients across the UK and abroad. My counselling sessions provide a supportive space where you can pause, reflect, and work through the thoughts weighing on your mind. I understand that building trust takes time, so we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. As your therapist, I am ready to meet you wherever you are emotionally and mentally. In our sessions, there is nothing that cannot be spoken about.
I work with adults of all ages, addressing issues such as work-related stress, relationship challenges, childhood trauma, anxiety, grief, retirement, and major life transitions.
Welcome, I'm Tricia. I offer Individual and Couples counselling via video or phone for clients across the UK and abroad. My counselling sessions provide a supportive space where you can pause, reflect, and work through the thoughts weighing on your mind. I understand that building trust takes time, so we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. As your therapist, I am ready to meet you wherever you are emotionally and mentally. In our sessions, there is nothing that cannot be spoken about.
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Richard Maun
Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Dereham NR19
If you are struggling with bereavement, divorce, anticipatory grief, anxiety, or suicidal ideation then please say hello.
I combine kindness with pragmatism. So, if you want a safe space to make progress then say hello. You can have as many, or as few sessions, as you need and at a time and pace to suit you. As an Integrative TA Psychotherapist I combine a range of skills and tools, with Transactional Analysis and relationship at the core.
If you are struggling with bereavement, divorce, anticipatory grief, anxiety, or suicidal ideation then please say hello.
I combine kindness with pragmatism. So, if you want a safe space to make progress then say hello. You can have as many, or as few sessions, as you need and at a time and pace to suit you. As an Integrative TA Psychotherapist I combine a range of skills and tools, with Transactional Analysis and relationship at the core.
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Sadie Hough
Counsellor, MBACP
Norwich NR3
I help people struggling with a range of difficulties - including loss and grief of all kinds - to feel less overwhelmed, more open to new experiences, and more trusting of themselves.
I specialise in person-centred therapy, which is based on the belief that we have a natural tendency within us for self-discovery and self-direction, which can be helped by being heard and understood. Through this process we can feel more in touch with what we feel, what is important to us, and become more empowered to make our own decisions.
I help people struggling with a range of difficulties - including loss and grief of all kinds - to feel less overwhelmed, more open to new experiences, and more trusting of themselves.
I specialise in person-centred therapy, which is based on the belief that we have a natural tendency within us for self-discovery and self-direction, which can be helped by being heard and understood. Through this process we can feel more in touch with what we feel, what is important to us, and become more empowered to make our own decisions.
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Lauren Roberts
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Norwich NR3
Through counselling we can explore whatever you bring, such as but not limited to trauma, abuse (of all kinds), identity issues, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders & loss.
I'm an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor- which means that I am trained in and draw from the three main schools of thought and tailor my approach to you; not applying any particular method but rather meeting you where you are, and going from there. As there is no one set way of being, I believe there is no one set way of working therapeutically with another, so our therapeutic relationship is important. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to look at what brings you to counselling, any queries you may have, and to see how we 'fit' and how you feel about the prospect of beginning sessions with me.
Through counselling we can explore whatever you bring, such as but not limited to trauma, abuse (of all kinds), identity issues, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders & loss.
I'm an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor- which means that I am trained in and draw from the three main schools of thought and tailor my approach to you; not applying any particular method but rather meeting you where you are, and going from there. As there is no one set way of being, I believe there is no one set way of working therapeutically with another, so our therapeutic relationship is important. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to look at what brings you to counselling, any queries you may have, and to see how we 'fit' and how you feel about the prospect of beginning sessions with me.
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Kathy Michelle Morgan
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Serves Area
You may feel you are struggling with experiences of depression, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, anxiety, suffering bereavement, or life-changing events and may be looking for support.
Hello and welcome, thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am a Mum of two and a Nanny of three and had my fair share of challenges in life. I studied counselling for four years at university and my learning is very much ongoing I have a passion for people and the mind and believe in positivity for a healthier life. Confidence is not always a given for some people, some of us need to work hard. And for that reason, I provide a safe, calm confidential space to explore what may be going on for you and together I aim to support you to make sense of your feelings and see a way forward from difficulties.
You may feel you are struggling with experiences of depression, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, anxiety, suffering bereavement, or life-changing events and may be looking for support.
Hello and welcome, thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I am a Mum of two and a Nanny of three and had my fair share of challenges in life. I studied counselling for four years at university and my learning is very much ongoing I have a passion for people and the mind and believe in positivity for a healthier life. Confidence is not always a given for some people, some of us need to work hard. And for that reason, I provide a safe, calm confidential space to explore what may be going on for you and together I aim to support you to make sense of your feelings and see a way forward from difficulties.
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Golden Leaf Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
As a mature experienced counsellor also qualified to train others, I can help you with anxiety, depression, bereavement and a host of relationship based problems.
Are you looking for help with anxiety or depression? Is it hard to make sense out of your life and your identity as a male or female?...whether its work, family, or relationship related?...are you willing to work honestly and to be challenged?...you will be hoping for an empathic and non judgemental approach...and will be prepared to focus on how you and I can work together to bring about the changes that you need in your life. Are you open to new ways of working on old problems, even if the journey feels rather scary? You won't be alone in this process. Couples therapy is a specialism and I am also a "male friendly" therapist.
As a mature experienced counsellor also qualified to train others, I can help you with anxiety, depression, bereavement and a host of relationship based problems.
Are you looking for help with anxiety or depression? Is it hard to make sense out of your life and your identity as a male or female?...whether its work, family, or relationship related?...are you willing to work honestly and to be challenged?...you will be hoping for an empathic and non judgemental approach...and will be prepared to focus on how you and I can work together to bring about the changes that you need in your life. Are you open to new ways of working on old problems, even if the journey feels rather scary? You won't be alone in this process. Couples therapy is a specialism and I am also a "male friendly" therapist.
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Linda Marley
Counsellor, MBACP
Norwich NR6
Or, maybe you feel a sensation of emptiness or loss?
Your emotions and feelings are valid and deserve to be heard. Counselling provides a safe, confidential space to explore what's really going on beneath the surface. Together, we can uncover what's causing those anxious feelings of isolation and withdrawal, learn healthy strategies to manage your emotions, and rediscover your inner strengths and confidence.
Or, maybe you feel a sensation of emptiness or loss?
Your emotions and feelings are valid and deserve to be heard. Counselling provides a safe, confidential space to explore what's really going on beneath the surface. Together, we can uncover what's causing those anxious feelings of isolation and withdrawal, learn healthy strategies to manage your emotions, and rediscover your inner strengths and confidence.
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Bereavement Counsellors
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.